2005 Honda Civic vs. 2009 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2009 Subaru Outback is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,455 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Outback (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (118 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic.
Because 2009 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Outback will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Subaru Outback (170 Nm) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (149 Nm). This means 2009 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic. 2005 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 2009 Subaru Outback has manual transmission. 2009 Subaru Outback will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 2009 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Honda | Subaru |
| Model | Civic | Outback |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1672 cc | 2455 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
